Part Four
Part Four

Author(s): Jovan Teokarević, Ivan Ivanov, Zsolt Rabai, Ljube Dukoski, Stefan Merisanu
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Security and defense, Military policy, Geopolitics
Published by: BCBP Beogradski centar za bezbednosnu politiku
Keywords: FR Yugoslavia (FRY); Democratic transition; NATO ; European Union (EU); Slobodan Milošević ; Democratic standards; Southeastern Europe ; Balkan security ; Cold War ; Kosovo crisis ; UN Resolution 1244
Summary/Abstract: The core issue of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia’s (FRY) membership in NATO’s Partnership for Peace (PfP) Programme is tied to its complex historical relationship with NATO, especially after the 1999 conflict. The decision for FRY to apply for PfP in April 2002 was a significant shift in foreign policy, aiming to distance the new government from the Milosevic regime. However, the application process faced delays, partly due to internal political disagreements and public reluctance, despite general support for PfP membership. Public opinion was divided, with many still resenting NATO for the 1999 bombing, while others saw the potential benefits of joining the PfP for security, military reform, and international integration.

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